The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 76249 sells for about $389,000, or $192 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 55 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,800 a month.
ZIP 76249
The housing market in 76249 remains stable with steady demand driven by families moving to the area for suburban space. While inventory is growing, price growth has moderated compared to previous years, reflecting broader national trends. Data points for specific metrics like active inventory and sales count are based on current market listings and regional reporting.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a quiet, suburban lifestyle with larger lot sizes and a strong sense of community, while remaining within a reasonable commute to Denton's employment and educational institutions.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 55 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
1 foreclosure-ledger notice — 1.1 per 10,000 residents · unemployment 3.1% · poverty 4.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 76249, Denton County TX
Crime rates in Krum are generally low, reflecting a small-town environment that experiences significantly lower violent and property crime rates compared to the broader Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
The area is primarily served by Krum Independent School District, which is characterized by strong community support and generally favorable academic performance ratings.
The region faces moderate risks related to severe thunderstorms, high winds, and occasional hail, typical of North Texas, with standard insurance coverage requirements for residential properties.
Krum is experiencing steady residential growth as an exurb of Denton, benefiting from proximity to major employment hubs in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex while maintaining a semi-rural character.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Commuters primarily rely on personal vehicles, with access to I-35 via local highways providing a direct route to employment centers in Denton and the broader DFW metro area.
Local amenities include community parks, youth sports facilities, and proximity to outdoor recreation at nearby lakes, with more extensive shopping and dining options available in neighboring Denton.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy pressure and steady demand, with a mix of single-family rentals and limited multi-family options.
The local economy is supported by a mix of small businesses, local government, and the education sector, with many residents commuting to larger employers in Denton and the DFW metroplex.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with major regional access provided by highway corridors connecting to the broader North Texas transit network.
Development planning focuses on managing residential expansion while preserving the small-town character and upgrading local infrastructure to support growth.
The Denton Central Appraisal District manages property assessments for the area, following state-mandated appraisal cycles.
Parcels are subject to taxes from Krum ISD, Denton County, and various municipal utility districts that provide essential services.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including hail and wind risk, which are standard for the North Texas climate.
Texas continues to see strong net domestic migration, with the DFW metro area serving as a primary destination for new residents.
Texas is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of foreclosures under state law.
Texas law requires sellers to provide a written disclosure notice to buyers regarding the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 76249 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Slick City Action Park4.814.8 mi
- Water Works Park4.512.9 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.113.2 mi
- DFW Adventure Park4.518.6 mi
- The Parker House Haunted Attraction4.57.7 mi
- Texas Motor Speedway4.717.6 mi
- UNT Coliseum (“The Super Pit”)4.511.6 mi
- Slick City Action Park4.814.8 mi
- DATCU Stadium4.611.5 mi
- Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Denton4.310.3 mi
- Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Denton4.310.3 mi
- Water Works Park4.512.9 mi
- Andy B's - Denton, TX4.510.4 mi
- Movie Tavern Denton4.111.5 mi
- Free Play Arcade - Denton4.612.5 mi
- Denton Square4.812.5 mi
- Old Alton Bridge4.417.1 mi
- Little Chapel in-the-Woods4.812.4 mi
- Monroe Pearson4.712.8 mi
- Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum4.612.5 mi
- Evers Park4.511.9 mi
- Quakertown Park4.412.5 mi
- North Lakes Park4.710.7 mi
- McKenna Park4.410.9 mi
- North Lakes Dog Park4.711.1 mi
- Ray Roberts Marina4.614.2 mi
- Wildhorse Golf Club4.211.5 mi
- WinCo Foods4.610.4 mi
- Albertsons4.310.5 mi
- Ross Dress for Less3.910.4 mi
- Kohl's4.210.4 mi
- Natural Grocers4.512.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides local green space, playgrounds, and walking paths for residents.
Serves as the primary venue for local high school athletics and community events.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).